22 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1921
Page
1
An imperfect report notes a death in the Auch Hussia area with references to the Reading death file. Officials including Sam a and Nawa dinpteh are mentioned, with scattered details about the health commission and local gaps in the narrative. The fragmentary text hints at a regional incident and investigation, but specifics remain unclear.
In Bibecity cars rattled the streets as authorities ordered drivers to appear. Mayor and police officials faced questions about the events while the court session in Estipolice addressed the chaotic scene and the alleged violations.
Reported activities detail a Sea Scouts meeting at the Royal headquarters with notes on training, committee roles, and next events. An experienced leader will guide ship duties while upcoming gatherings include a special meeting tomorrow evening and a police of the Scout program.
New York dispatch reports 1 000 police deployed after a disturbance following landings by Admiral Sims. Officials describe a peaceful interval briefly interrupted as officers safeguarded the area near the pier. Boston editor Charles Taylor, 82, is noted in a separate dispatch.
A fragmented column cites diverse snippets and anecdotes. It notes a court case over juvenile punishment in Tampa and cites views on bachelor versus married men as workers. It includes a brief reference to Charles Garland from Massachusetts and a general musing on truth and cynicism.
A garbled cultural montage touches on prohibition, prosperity, and gender roles. The piece references grape, fire, and a hydra of social observations including men seeking truth, women emulation, and family work ethics, with scattered allusions to travel and domestic life.
A garbled historical note describes a 1920s political scare with a marriage license offer. Leo N Sutterfield and Dan N Bate appear in a tale of a card dropped by a candidate prompting a county clerk to issue free marriage licenses. The mock event centers on the offer being evaluated by officials at a newspaper office.
President Robinson and the Fairmont Kiwanis press the YMCA drive with focus on funding, facilities, and community services. Directors discuss by law updates, property talks, and plans to involve members in monthly building oversight as the campaign gains momentum.
Captain Howird Athey of Moundavilla Penitentiary reported that paroled prisoner Jess Jamison was arrested for assault on an East Side girl. Jamison, already bound to serve three years, had his parole revoked and was ordered returned to the brickon to serve the remainder of his sentence.
Central Church schedules a gathering this evening to hear progress reports on a magnified campaign aimed at $3,600. The church youth plan a brief entertainment and light luncheon after the meeting. Rev J B Gordon Pellives says progress is solid though details will come tonight as the drive continues through the month.
June reports from TNOKANAPOLIS announce a memorial project for OW. Galbraith, longtime American Legion commander killed in action. A national tribute will feature poppy plantings in a battlefield landscape tended by gardeners and landscape designers.
Hon WL Mt Showalter judge of Marion county Criminal court will deliver lectures on American architecture before teachers at the Marion county Institute in Clarksburg. The talks, part of a statewide program, will occur in late July with plans to expand to an August session in the county. Secretary Marsh recommends adding two days for the institute after the school opens to accommodate his schedule.
A local paper reported alleged illegal baseball pool rooms in Patement selling tickets in violation of the law. Prosecution officials, including Prosecuting Attorney Frank R. Amos and Deputy Mayor, prepared to investigate after Rev. John C. Broomfield and others suggested unlawful activity by pool proponents. If proven, authorities will stop the games pending further action.
King George and Queen Mary presided at the ceremonial opening of the Ulster Parliament. The event recalled the Westminster inauguration with a grand spectacle, marking a significant royal occasion in the June ceremony.
At the British Labour party conference in Brighton on Tuesday June 22 the party rejected a proposal from the radical wing to have the Communist party affiliate with Labour.
A battered Denver report describes a sorority debate on supporting a boycott. The Associated Press notes sympathy for Ireland and criticism of Gompers ruling as reporters recount cheers, defection, and calls for action. The discussion centers on whether a boycott should be written into the record and who bears responsibility for the result.
Announcement of the death of Mrs Caroline Sheppard Fleming widow of W Sanford Fleming former city resident after long illness. Funeral set for 4 PM at NLP Temple with interment by Fleming remnants. Survivors include two daughters, Meg Gruosi and Mayaza Fleming, and husband who resided in Philadelphia and Sheridan PA. Two children predeceased.
Fragmentary text shows protests in Washington with references to corporate influence and a potential landmark ruling. Mentions mass demonstrations, timing around November, and a plan for organization. Readable portions are sparse and inconsistent across the page.
London's Mayor welcomed Rotary leaders at the International Conference of Rotary clubs held in Cold Clangow last week. Gulla Hatterm by Marni presided as mayor and corporation officials celebrated the visit. Notable attendees included Amelia Morale from the Americas and first international vice president Cummings of Lancaster.
A garbled report describes Fred Vandetta or related figures in a drunken driving case. An attorney and authorities argue about whisky ownership found in a car. The text is damaged and reads as a chaotic brawl of names, places, and actions with little clear narrative.
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